Christmas Day Homicide|Dead Whale Washes Ashore: Patch PM

NORTH BAY, CA – Missed today's headlines? Here are the Patch stories from Marin, Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties that people are talking about today:

Dead Whale Washes Ashore At Point Reyes National Seashore

The whale washed ashore on Christmas Eve at Point Reyes National Seashore in Marin County.

5 San Rafael Boys Earn Eagle Scout Rank

Each of the young men earned the 21 merit badges required to receive the Eagle Scout award.

Marin County Launches App To Help Families Find Affordable Food

One in five Marin residents are at risk for hunger, and one-third of older adults are at high risk of nutrition problems, officials said.

Winter Spare The Air Alert In Effect Tuesday

The alert bans burning wood, manufactured fire logs or any other solid fuel, both indoors and outdoors, officials said.

Trout Fishing: Waters Stocked In NorCal

CA Fish and Wildlife's "planting season" of catchable trout runs through Jan. 5. Grab your fishing pole, and see the top spots near you.

Christmas Day Homicide: Man Shot In Nearby Fairfield

The victim was taken to a hospital, but passed away from injuries, police said.

Suspect Wanted For Car Break-In Arrested

Police last week were seeking the 22-year-old woman from Fairfield in connection with a crime at the Red Top Road Park-and-Ride.

1 Seriously Injured In 3-Vehicle Crash On Hwy 101

A Geyserville man, 26, was found lying on the roadway after the accident, CHP said.

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